Question

Two friends decide to rent an apartment and split the cost evenly. They each paid $575 towards the total move in cost of

first and last month's rent and a security deposit. If the apartment cost $325 per month to rent, how much was the security
deposit?
a. $125
b. $250
c. $500
d. $825

Answer 1

c. 500

Explanation:

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Answer 2

A

Explanation:

If total amount paid is $575

Security Deposit = ( Total paid - Apartment Cost)/2

=(575 - 325)/2

= $125